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Presentation: Caring for a Senior in Crisis

a discussion with Carly Matthews
Saturday, 4/25/2026
2:30 - 4:00
Anza Meeting Room
Anza

550 37th Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94121
United States

415-355-5717

One unexpected slip or fall can become a life-changing moment. Please join Carly Matthews for a group discussion about crisis management for senior citizens in today’s healthcare environment. This presentation includes discussion about the importance of advanced healthcare directives, building a resource team, the journey through hospitalization, acute care, appeals, assisted living facilities and beyond. 

Carly Matthews is a personal finance speaker and former director of a biotech company with experience in managed care, patient advocacy and case management.  She has cared for seniors in her personal life and through volunteerism, providing valuable insights to help you prepare for caring for a senior in crisis in San Francisco.

Financial Capability Month

Presentations on a wide menu of topics, ranging from the basics on saving, financial planning and cash flow management, to investing, retirement planning, property tax and insurance sub-limits throughout the month of April.

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This program is sponsored by Friends of the San Francisco Public Library.

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This program will be conducted in English unless otherwise noted.

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